The world is made of shapes: cones, prisms, cylinders, tetrahedrons, cuboids, and more. Discover how to spot geometrical elements in nature and how it was used in decorative and fine arts through the history of different cultures. Exploring visual geometry develops a deeper understanding of spatial relations, scale, symmetry, and 3D construction. Students will explore spatial relations, scale, symmetry, and 3D construction through projects with both 2D and 3D approaches: Fold shapes out of paper to use as columns, blocks, arches and roofs Explore mathematical concepts such as golden ratio, symmetry, patterns, proportion, and fractals by finding them in famous artwork of Kandinsky, Pollack, Mondrian, Escher and other artists Create castles and cities and then learn how to draw them in perspective Discover the power of three essential tools: the ruler, the triangle, and the compassand use them to create unique patterns, optical illusions and abstract
Term: Summer 2024
Suggested Ages: 7 - 11
Dates: 6/10–6/14 and 7/22–7/26
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